Although a Richmond couple generously gave millions of dollars during their lifetime, tens of millions of additional dollars now await distribution over time from their foundation. The Jack and Debra Edelman Foundation Inc. is making an added splash in local philanthropy, continuing the legacy of the active entrepreneurial couple who were married 64 years. Leaders […]
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Millicent Martin Emery is a reporter and editor for the Western Wayne News.
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Water restoration cost reaches $245K
Flood response costs are adding up for Cambridge City’s utilities. At a special Thursday, Sept. 3 meeting, council agreed to pay $245,675 for emergency water service restoration. Those repairs and equipment are just the beginning of expected expenses involved in fixing the town’s water system for the longer term. Of that amount, work already performed […]
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WWS starts hybrid, virtual academies
Hoping to retain current students at risk for departure, return former students and recruit new ones from across the country, Western Wayne Schools is adding hybrid and fully online options. WWS’ board conducted a special meeting Aug. 31 to discuss that opportunity and to amend the 2026-27 calendar to add three instructional days. Two new […]
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RCS hears class-size concerns
After hearing concerns from three Richmond Community Schools teachers about the potential elimination of a policy on capping class sizes, the board agreed to keep for the time being, even though district officials said the elimination was only prompted by the need to remove outdated state language. Steven Hensley, RCS’ human resources director, said the […]
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Centerville loses sand, stone to flood
While noting some expensive losses for residents and the town, Centerville leaders are relieved that maintenance improvements helped minimize flooding damage. At council’s Aug. 25 work session, they also shared appreciation for town and county first responders, utility workers and others helping those affected. Several items related to the Aug. 12 flooding included: Council President […]
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‘Beautiful gesture’
From the mouths of babes come words of comfort and friendship. One Wayne County elementary sent cheerful messages to a neighboring school after recent flooding. Students from preschool through sixth grade at Hagerstown Elementary School wrote notes to their peers at Western Wayne Elementary School in Cambridge City to let them know they were in […]
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9/11 tribute honors first responders
Several Wayne County first responders are marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks by sharing the impact of that day on their careers. The Reid Center is planning a free public event, called “Ashes to Angels: A Celebration Honoring First Responders,” from 7-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at The Reid Center, […]
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Gifts help town replace equipment
As it works through flood recovery, Cambridge City’s council is testing the message on council President Jim McLane’s shirt: “The current was strong but Cambridge City was stronger.” Council conducted a special meeting Monday, Aug. 24, to accept donations, discuss the town hall’s future and begin replacing equipment. They also shared gratitude for the many […]
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2 concerts accepting donations for flood relief
A Friday night benefit concert will help Cambridge City-area businesses recovering from flood damage. Cambridge City Area Chamber of Commerce and Kicks 96 are organizing the Canal Came A-Roaring event. Residents are invited to shop and visit with local businesses beginning at 5 p.m., Friday, Sept. 4, at Creitz Park Pavilion, behind the fire station, […]
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Employer: Make sure water rate increases are fair
A major Cambridge City manufacturer asked town council members to be as fair as possible to businesses when considering a potential water bill increase. Council conducted a public hearing regarding proposed water rates along with its Monday, Aug. 10, meeting. That discussion was just more than 24 hours before heavy rains led to catastrophic flooding. […]